About the Course

Course Description:

The rapid pace of change in the ways in which information is accessed, utilised and converted into knowledge means that there is a growing need for graduates with both traditional and electronic professional and creative writing skills. The goal of Lilydale's writing programs is to draw together print and performance-based texts, while exploring the local and global opportunities of electronic media.

The writing suite of programs builds on the expertise of the Lilydale campus in areas including creative writing, electronic writing, information management, eCommunications and writing for learning technologies. These programs will give students access to the best materials in print and online as well as to experts in their field. Students will be supported by online mentors and tutors.

Aims & Objectives:

• gain an overview of different critical and cultural theories that provide new perspectives on the process and product of the writing act
• develop skills in journalism writing
• gain insights and understanding into how writers from different writing disciplines approach their writing work

Course Structure:

The Graduate Certificate of Arts (Writing) consists of four units of study (500 level) each worth 12.5 credit points, including the core unit LPW500 Critical Friends: The real and virtual support of writers. The course is delivered entirely online and is supported with eTutors, tutorials, print materials, websites and CD-ROMs.

Units of Study:

How To Apply

Entry Requirements:

An appropriate undergraduate or postgraduate degree or equivalent. Special entry is available through Recognition of Prior Learning, appropriate TAFE programs and/or relevant experience.

Credit Transfer:

Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this program may be granted ‘credit’ and/or entry into the program with ‘advanced standing’. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to ‘Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide’ at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways// 

Recognition of Prior Learning:

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. 

Further details for students considering Higher Education courses: http://www.swin.edu.au/corporate/registrar/ppd/files/stuinf.htm

Course Fees:

In 2009, tuition fees for this program are based on $1500 per 12.5 credit point unit of study. In the event that a unit of study is derived from another program, the applicable fee will be that of the other program. All fees are reviewed each year and may increase without notice.

The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a suite of income-contingent loans for Australian citizens and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. FEE-HELP (previously PELS) is available to eligible fee-paying undergraduate and postgraduate students. It provides students with a loan to cover their tuition fees (lifetime maximum $81,600 from 1 January 2008). The FEE-HELP limit is indexed on 1 January each year.

Note: New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian permanent resident visas do not have access to HELP loans. These students must pay their student contributions or tuition fees up front without a discount.

For further information on your support and study options visit the 'Going to Uni' website at: www.goingtouni.gov.au

Application Procedure:

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Further information:

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